Athlete from Utah Proves Fastest in Merlympics 

The Olympics haven’t begun but already Utah is showing up in what is a big deal in the world of mythical underwater creatures. This woman from Provo proved to be the fastest in a competition featuring mermaids. 

The Merlympics takes place in Geneva, Switzerland each year and features athletes wearing a large fin over their legs. There were five events and Mia Sim, 22 of Provo was the fastest in the speed event setting the fastest mark ever. Pretty impressive from a fish that grew up in the desert.  

https://youtu.be/-VJVa1-mdHs?si=dJcm5uWcaP8ipl4s
https://youtu.be/-VJVa1-mdHs?si=dJcm5uWcaP8ipl4s
loading...

The events include: 

Ecology: Competitors show their ability to clean trash from a body of water. 

Figures: This involves performing mermaid specific tasks. 

Underwater Posing: You dive down and pose for a camera. 

Rescue: Involves lifesaving skills underwater. 

Speed: A 50-meter race along the top of the water. This is the one Mia holds the record for. Here’s a video of the 2024 event in Switzerland. 

Let’s Keep the Momentum Going into Paris 

Now that we have a taste of winning in Utah, let’s keep those W’s coming. Utah is being represented by 25 Olympians in the upcoming games in Paris. Take what Mia has done and emblazon it on those competitor’s minds. 

Read More: Innovative Strategies Utah Could Use to Keep Star Players

I would be interested in the Merlympics but I am not a good swimmer. I would like to see them add a trident throwing event and maybe who looks good sitting on an underwater throne wearing a crown competition. I think I would have a chance.

Fame and Fortune: These Are the Richest Celebrities in the World

Stacker compiled a list of the world's richest celebrities using data collected from Celebrity Net Worth's rankings by current net worth.

Gallery Credit: Stacker

Celebrity Couples Who Secretly Got Married

More From Star 98